What makes a text 'plain' goes beyond words and grammar. In this post, we'll look at the things you can do to make a text easier to read.

1. The concept of plain language isn’t new The value of making writing clear to understand was recognised by philosophers such as...

Whatever you write – whether that's books, papers, reports, blog posts, press releases, training guides or product brochures – it’s a...

Back in October, I had the privilege of presenting at BeerCon3. Not a beer festival (although it could be), but a community-based...

Before explaining what plain English editing is, it’s important to understand what plain English is. The Plain English Campaign describes...

A copy-edit concentrates on the detail of your text to make sure that it meets its intended purpose and is suitable for your audience....

A proofread focuses on the details of your text as it will look when it is published. It should be the final quality check before your...